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Explore cycle monitoring, timed intercourse, medicated cycles and IUI as lower-intervention pathways before more intensive treatment.
Pollin’s low-intervention pathways give individuals and couples who may not need IVF, the peace of mind knowing the sperm and egg are coming together at precisely the right time.
Uses ultrasound and hormone bloodwork over the course of a cycle to track ovulation and uterine lining, pinpointing the optimal time to undergo a low-intervention treatment.
Uses carefully timed cycle monitoring—bloodwork and ultrasounds—paired with a natural or medicated cycle to ensure sperm is present at the time of ovulation.
Lab prepared and selected sperm is placed directly into the uterus during ovulation ensuring the healthiest sperm are available for fertilization, optimizing the chance of successful conception
Meet with a Pollin physician virtually or in-person at Pollin Toronto or Ottawa, to review your medical and fertility history and family building goals. Complete diagnostic testing locally, and only travel to Toronto or Ottawa for advanced diagnostic testing when required.
Meet with your physician virtually or in-person at Pollin Toronto or Ottawa, to review your diagnostic results, and discuss your personalized, comprehensive low-intervention care plan options and costs.
Complete frequent bloodwork and ultrasound monitoring locally at Pollin Toronto or Ottawa, or at one of our satellite clinics to track your hormones, egg development, ovulation, and lining thickness.
Proceed with timed intercourse or travel to Pollin Toronto or Ottawa for your IUI procedure if applicable.
Your care team communicates results and your physician reviews next steps based on your cycle data.
IVF is not right for everyone, and for some individuals and couples, low-intervention treatment may be all that is necessary to optimize their chances of conception.
Your Pollin fertility doctor will be able to determine which is right for you based on your medical history and testing results.
IUI involves selected and prepared sperm being directly inserted into the uterus precisely during a monitored ovulation period. This procedure aims to increase the changes of sperm reaching the fallopian tubes and fertilizing the egg.
IVF involves producing as many viable eggs as possible using medications, surgically retrieving them from the ovaries, fertilizing them in the lab with selected and prepared sperm and then transferring the resulting embryos back into the uterus.
Pollin’s IUI and low intervention program combines physician-led care, a welcoming clinic environment, advanced lab technology, and a digital experience designed to make each step feel clearer.
OHIP-covered consultations with expert double-board certified REI physicians.
Your doctor and care team guide you from testing to fertilization and beyond.
A warm, welcoming clinic designed to feel less clinical.
Digital booking, streamlined monitoring with satellite locations, and real-time digital cycle updates.
State-of-the-art technology, procedural and cryopreservation facilities.
Appointment bookings, test results, medication reminders, and access to your care team—all on your phone.
Yes, you do need a referral to see a fertility specialist in Ontario, however Pollin can facilitate one for you through an OHIP-covered, virtual appointment with our partner GP if you do not have your own GP.
You can book an initial consultation directly through our website without a referral and a member of our care team will contact you before your appointment date to get you set up with one.
Cycle Monitoring uses a series of transvaginal ultrasounds and hormonal blood tests to determine your hormone levels, egg development and ovulation, and the thickness of your uterine lining.
Pollin offers cycle monitoring at Pollin Toronto, Pollin Ottawa and at our satellite clinics in Markham and Sudbury.
To learn more about Cycle Monitoring at Pollin, click HERE.
IUI involves placing specially prepared sperm directly into the uterus. Our andrology team washes your, your partner’s, or your donor’s sperm to ensure only healthy sperm are available for fertilization.
We then inject it into the uterine cavity using a small catheter. This ensures the healthiest sperm are close to the egg at the time of ovulation, optimizing the chances of a successful conception.
Timed intercourse (IC) uses carefully timed cycle monitoring—bloodwork and ultrasounds— paired with a natural or medicated cycle to ensure sperm is present at the time of ovulation. Intercourse occurs on directed days based on the data collected.
Although this approach typically involves fewer visits to the clinic, it is also associated with a lower pregnancy rate when compared with IUI.
This is the lowest intervention pathway and uses cycle monitoring to follow the growth of a single egg without the use of oral or injectable fertility medications. This approach is typically combined with timed intercourse or IUI.
A medicated cycle is our most common low-intervention pathway, a medicated cycle (also called ovulation induction) uses either oral or injectable fertility medications to ensure ovulation occurs in patients with irregular cycles.
Medicated cyles may also increase the number of eggs released in patients or couples with regular or irregular cycles. This approach is typically combined with timed intercourse or IUI.
No. IUI cycles at Pollin are not eligible for funding at this time.
Both treatments aim to assist with conception, however they differ in procedure, success rates, cost and when they are recommended. For a full breakdown of IUI vs. IVF click HERE for our blog on the topic.
Book a consultation to see whether cycle monitoring, timed intercourse or IUI is right for you.
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Dr. Garbedian is one of Canada's leading reproductive health experts, dedicated to providing evidence-based and compassionate fertility care.
Dr. Garbedian is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in both Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) and in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI). She is a member of Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society (CFAS), Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology of Canada (SOGC), and the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).Follow Dr. Garbedian on Instagram @dr. kim_md, where she's passionate about increasing fertility awareness and empowering individuals to make informed choices about their reproductive health.
Dr. Hickey received her medical degree from the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, followed by a residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at The University of Ottawa and a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at McMaster University.
Dr. Hickey is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology (OBGYN) and in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI). She is a member of Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society (CFAS), Society of Obstetrics and Gynaecology of Canada (SOGC), and the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).
Dr. Hickey believes in a patient-centered approach to fertility care by empowering her patients to develop understanding and control over their own reproductive health.
Outside of her professional work, Dr. Hickey enjoys playing golf, skiing, practicing yoga and is an avid Peloton enthusiast.
Dr. Joanne Hickey received her medical degree, followed by a residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Dalhousie University. She then completed a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at The University of Ottawa.
Dr. Hickey is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology (OBGYN) and in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI). She is a member of Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society (CFAS) and the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).
Being from the East Coast, Dr. Hickey enjoys taking the time to really get to know her patients and understanding their fertility journey. She values ensuring her patients understand all aspects of their treatment approach and plan. She has a special interest in PCOS and recurrent pregnancy loss.
Outside of work, Dr. Hickey enjoys walking her dog and exploring parks with her family.
Dr. Taerk has over a decade of experience in reproductive health, with expertise in fertility surgery.
Dr. Taerk is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in both Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) and in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI). He is a member of Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society (CFAS), Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology of Canada (SOGC), and the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).
Dr Taerk has a masters in psychiatry and a specialized interest in the emotional toll that infertility and fertility treatment can take on an individual or couple.
Dr. Vastis is a Royal College-certified Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) specialist, dedicated to providing personalized, evidence-based fertility care.
Trained at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dr. Vastis has conducted research exploring the impact of environmental pollution and wearable technologies on fertility outcomes. She is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and is an active member of professional and community health organizations.
As President of the Hippocrates Hellenic Canadian Medical Association, Dr. Vastis is a recognized leader in both medicine and public health advocacy. Fluent in Greek and English, she is committed to providing culturally sensitive and compassionate care to Toronto’s diverse community.
Dr. Cassandra Greenberg earned her medical degree at the University of Toronto. She completed residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology and subsequently a Fellowship in Gynecologic Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (GREI) at McMaster University.
She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Obstetrics & Gynecology, and is a member of the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (CFAS), the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC).
Dr. Greenberg has a special interest in egg freezing and family building for LGBTQ+ couples. She is committed to providing honest and compassionate care and helping each patient along their unique fertility journey toward their goal of building a family.
Follow Dr. Greenberg on Instagram @cassandragreenbergmd where she provides evidence-based information on fertility and fertility treatment.
Dr. Bergmann has over 20 years of experience practicing as a Naturopathic Doctor, with a focus in fertility, women’s health and Traditional Chinese Medical (TCM) acupuncture.
Dr. Bergmann graduated with a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) and holds an Honors Bachelor of Science. Dr. Bergmann is a member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND), Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society (CFAS), and is registered and licenced with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO).
Dr. Bergmann brings a unique blend of holistic care and in-depth medical knowledge.
At Pollin, we believe in providing comprehensive care for all aspects of your fertility journey. That's why we are proud to have an in-house naturopath as a part of our expert team. This unique advantage ensures that all your care needs, from conventional fertility treatments to holistic and natural approaches, can be addressed under one roof. Our commitment to your well-being goes beyond medical expertise, offering you a well-rounded and personalized approach to fertility care that sets us apart.
Dr. von Hagen developed a deep passion for fertility care during her clinical internship in 2016, as part of the Fertility and Reproductive Health focus shift. Her personal experience with IVF further fueled her commitment to helping others facing similar challenges, leading her to share her journey and expertise in her book, My PCOS Pregnancy: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Pregnant with PCOS.
Dr. von Hagen, ND holds a Doctor of Naturopathy from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM), where she was honoured to receive the prestigious Humanitarian Award. Prior to her naturopathic training, she earned a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Kinesiology from Queen’s University and a Master's in Clinical Anatomy from Western University.
She is a registered and licensed naturopathic doctor with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO), and is an active member of both the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) and the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND).
Dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based care, Dr. von Hagen, ND is passionate about empowering her patients with the knowledge and support they need to achieve their health and fertility goals.
Dara Roth Edney is the founder of Informed Fertility, a counselling practice dedicated to supporting people through infertility and loss, as well as those accessing fertility treatment due to sexual orientation, gender identity or relationship status.
Dara is an instructor in Wilfrid Laurier University’s Professional Development Program, has a master’s degree in social work (MSW), is a Registered Social Worker (RSW), a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), and the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (CFAS), holding the position of Chair of the Counselling Special Interest Group.
At Pollin, we understand that the journey to parenthood can be emotionally challenging and unique for every individual or couple. That's why we're proud to provide dedicated Reproductive Counselors and Emotional Wellness support to guide and nurture you through infertility, loss, or any fertility treatment path you choose. Our compassionate team is here to assist those from all walks of life, including those with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, and relationship statuses. With Pollin, you'll find the comprehensive care and emotional support you deserve, making us your trusted partner on your fertility journey.
Blair Wexler-Singer is an associate reproductive counsellor at Informed Fertility. Her experience includes conducting the required counselling and assessments for donor and surrogate arrangements, as well as providing support to those dealing with infertility, miscarriage and bereavement.
Blair has a master’s degree in social work (MSW), is a Registered Social Worker (RSW), and a member of the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (CFAS) and the CFAS Counselling Special Interest Group.
At Pollin, we understand that the journey to parenthood can be emotionally challenging and unique for every individual or couple. That's why we're proud to provide dedicated Reproductive Counselors and Emotional Wellness support to guide and nurture you through infertility, loss, or any fertility treatment path you choose. Our compassionate team is here to assist those from all walks of life, including those with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, and relationship statuses. With Pollin, you'll find the comprehensive care and emotional support you deserve, making us your trusted partner on your fertility journey
Meaghan Doyle is a Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) and the Founder of DNAide Genetic Counselling.
Meaghan is a member of the Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society (CFAS), American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASMR) and their Genetic Counseling Professional Group (ASRM GCPG), Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors (CAGC), Ontario Association of Genetic Counsellors (OAGC) and National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC).
She is passionate about helping patients by providing them with evidence-based information ensuring they can understand and feel supported on their fertility journey.
At Pollin, we believe in providing you with a well-rounded and personalized fertility journey. To ensure the highest level of care, we collaborate with genetic counselors who specialize in reproductive genetics. Whether you have concerns about inherited conditions or wish to explore genetic testing options, our genetic counselors are here to provide expert guidance. With Pollin, you have access to a comprehensive team of professionals who are dedicated to supporting you at every step of your fertility path.
TNI is Pollin’s trusted community partner for comprehensive fertility diagnostic imaging.
Dr. Alex Hartman is a Royal College of Canada certified radiologist, bringing 20+ years of expertise in obstetrical and gynecological imaging, specializing in fertility ultrasound. As the Medical Director of True North Imaging (TNI), Dr. Hartman is globally recognized for his innovations in reproductive health, including sonohysterography and 3D ultrasound.
Dr. Hartman is the Chair of the Imaging Section of the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (CFAS), where he has been instrumental in setting the fertility imaging standards in Canada, ensuring that excellence is the norm, not an exception.
